Needlepoint Angels Website Now Live!

The Needlepoint Angels website is now live!  What is Needlepoint Angels, you ask?  It's a charity to help needlepointers in need.  You can donate cash or you can donate stash.  All donations are either given to a stitch who has lost their stash in a disaster or sold in the Needlepoint Angels website and the cash used to replace a project that was lost.  

https://www.needlepointangels.com/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright February 13, 2026 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Charts for Charity 2025

In December each year, various shops and designers release their fund raising charts for the Charts for Charity program.  I've been collecting as many of these as I could find.   I think all the charts are digital downloads and they support various charities the designers and shops sponsor, so read the fine print before you buy.  And now, in alphabetical order, here are the December 2025 Charts for Charity!

Evergreen Needlepoint

https://www.evergreenneedlepoint.com/products/charts-for-charity-2025-bavarian-gnome-digital-download

Julie Pischke Designs

https://www.instagram.com/p/DSz_X1dEW9l/

KC Needlepoint

https://www.kcneedlepoint.com/blogs/news/charts-for-charity-is-here

Love MBH Studio

https://lovemhbstudio.com/products/2025-charts-for-charity-home-for-the-holidays-wreath

Magnolia Needlepoint

https://magnolianeedlepoint.com/collections/charts-digital-downloads

Morgan Julia Designs

https://morganjuliadesigns.com/blogs/news/supporting-meaningful-causes-with-needlepoint-charts-for-charity

https://morganjuliadesigns.com/products/peppermint-bark-charts-for-charity-2025?_pos=1&_sid=9a5f403b9&_ss=r&_kx=_J_rdnNvxpl-p5ox0M-sxKe_dW8vBdau0gAV5QbqAX3Q5z_adzzshb4gk-wH2HbP.RWeQns

A Poore Girl Paints

https://www.instagram.com/apooregirlpaints/p/DRxCWemDpUM/

Pop Needle Arts

https://www.instagram.com/p/DRxhlFeiRBY/?img_index=1

Saturnalia Stitching

https://www.saturnaliastitching.com/shop-all/p/chartsforcharitypack2025

The Wool and the Floss

https://woolfloss.com/search?q=charts+for+charity

You can also search Etsy to find more Charts for Charity.

https://www.etsy.com/market/needlepoint_charts_for_charity

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 4, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Threads of Blessing Needs Thread Donations

Thanks to Lynn Mason, I learned about Threads of Blessing, a Uganda organization that takes donated threads and distributes them through local churches to nearly a thousand Ugandan women who turn the threads into works of art that they sell.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=3614054892223398&set=a.1444052322557010

It looks like you send threads to The Bishop Jones Center in San Antonio, TX and they ship them to Uganda.  Use the Contact Information section to find out more.  Of course if you have no threads to send, you can always buy a completed piece of needlework to support this effort.  They also take commissions.

https://www.threadsofblessing.org/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright July 15, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Goldwork Butterflies for Charity

Alison Cole has a new book out, A Kaledescope of Goldwork Butterflies.   The book can only be ordered directly from Alison herself in Australia as she is dedicating all the profits to research into the extremely rare disease that killed her daughter. 

https://alisoncoleembroidery.com.au/product/a-kaleidoscope-of-goldwork-butterflies/

Mary Corbet has done a review on her website.  She points out that shipping costs from Australia are expensive but if you go in with friends and order multiple copies, the shipping costs stay the same (within reason, bet it costs more if you and 100 of your buddies order).  

https://www.needlenthread.com/2025/03/goldwork-butterflies-for-a-good-cause.html

I have not seen this book but all of the Alison Cole books I have seen have been gorgeous and inspirational.  I think this one will be the same.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 8, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Needlepoint Angels Seek "Grandma's Kitchen"

Needlepoint Angels* is asking folks to search their stash for Sandra Gilmore's "Grandma's Kitchen."  If you have this in your stash and are willing to donate it to a stitch who lost their stash in the California fires, contact them ASAP.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFo4bwNx1eO/

*Needlepoint Angels tries to help stitchers in need.  You can sign up to volunteer here-https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeM0SAr1ImOLIYk-vJ7CsmL5tixHSPNK_dCjxuuY85siS4X1Q/viewform

If you need help, sign up here.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevkgidRTac78xM_DteJIJgP6Fczu07PQv4nUdCzO4EKCXaGA/viewform?pli=1

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright February 5, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Charts for Charity 2024

KC Needlepoint does a lovely job of explaining Charts for Charity, along with where to find charts among your favorite designers.

https://www.kcneedlepoint.com/blogs/news/charts-for-charity-is-here

Morgan Julia talks about her Charts for Charity program on her blog, too.

https://morganjuliadesigns.com/blogs/news/supporting-meaningful-causes-with-needlepoint-charts-for-charity?_kx=_J_rdnNvxpl-p5ox0M-sxKe_dW8vBdau0gAV5QbqAX3Q5z_adzzshb4gk-wH2HbP.RWeQns

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 4, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Breaking News: Fund Raisers for Hurricane Victims

The New Jersey Needle Artists Chapter of ANG has published their October newsletter.  It's full of the usual ANG news, clubs and more, but the most important thing they've done is a roundup of fund raisers for hurricane victims after Helene wrecked their lives.

https://blog.njneedleartists.org/2024/10/05/whats-happening-at-njna-10-5-24/

Give what you can.  Needlepoint.com reports they have raised over $65K, which is amazing.  Thank you.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright October 6, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

BREAKING NEWS: A Fund Raiser for Western North Carolina

Needlepoint.com, which was founded in Raleigh, NC (middle of the state), is having a fund raiser for the hurricane damage in the western part of the state near the Tennessee line.

https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/web-view?a=TxAVmM&c=01EY909FHC6PR7KJ94JR0X7ZVR&k=7a10b448c26bc37500fd2dd53e549d49&g=V7hYYX&m=01J94XW96GS85CWWZ0206B45ZZ&r=3ecufwnG

I won't bore you with tales of the destruction which I hear from friends and relatives in the area, but trust me, it's horrible.  No power, Internet, running water, medication, roads--they lost it all.  So go buy something or donate to other charities that are trying to help the mountains recover.

UPDATE:  Needlepoint.com has raised over $65,000.00 to help those whose lives have been upended.  Thank you!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright October 3, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A Remembrance for Carole UPDATED

The late Carole Lake and Gail Ettinger were reworking one of Carole's older charts, "Remembrance Ribbons," just before Carole died unexpectedly.   The design is now available by emailing Gail at gail@stitchestogo.com.  It costs $25 and all the proceeds will be donated to the Texas Performing Arts Youth Program in Carole's memory.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10228796015503805&set=gm.7166721206738309&idorvanity=108537025890131

I grabbed the photo from Gail's posting to Needlepoint Nation so those without Facebook accounts could see Carole's work above.

UPDATE:  There are six alternative color ways listed in the chart.  Gail has pulled threads for them all so you can see what they look like.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/7199170230160073/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright February 17, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Shops Raising Funds for Israel

Two shops are raising funds for Israel.  Needlepoint.com is donating fifty percent of the sales of their Kirk and Bradley "Jerusalem" travel round to the International Committee of the Red Cross.

https://needlepoint.com/products/travel-round-jerusalem

Gone Stitching has two fund raisers that contribute to Yashar Lachayal, which is a non-profit that provides soldiers of the Israel Defense Force with toiletries, food and beverages, warm jackets, and other creature comforts.  Light Candles for Israel is a kit with two tea lights, a 13 count canvas, threads, guide and a Planet Earth self-finishing coaster.  This is new and not on their website yet.  Their first fund raiser (three versions of the Israel flag) is on their home page.  

https://gonestitching.net/

K's Creations has a limited edition floor stand with a blue base. One hundred percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Jewish Richmond Federation Israel Relief Emergency Fund.  Contact Westend Needlepoint in Richmond VA at 804-562-4285 for details and to order.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226153039637915&set=gm.6797450363665397&idorvanity=108537025890131

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright November 9, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Falmouth Road Race Ornament

Osterville Needlepoint has created an ornament for the Flamouth Road Race on Cape Cod.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=793104402440928&set=a.591794719238565

The proceeds of sales go to the road race.  Here's the direct link to the shop's website.  When I wrote this they were expecting another shipment of road race ornaments.

https://osterville-needlepoint.com/store-canvases-are-listed-by-topic-designer/product/p_3185741?fbclid=IwAR2ha84SJAe4EF-uYJO2ME1iPSurMYbBD_XK-z7FEUDD1KY1ORrJxSPkmOE

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright May 22, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A Dale Lenci Original at Auction

Now that Dale's retired from his shop owner and DJ Designs needlepoint canvas roles, he's branching out to design and stitch originals.   These will be dreamed up and stitched by Dale , then he'll auction them off once they are complete.  His first project is a designer handbag which you can see here.  But remember, the auction ends on December 16 so if you are interested, you have to move fast.

https://designsdj.com/product/designer-handbag-by-dale-lenci/

Ten percent of the auction proceeds will go to a charity that helps support kids emerging from foster care.  Kudos to Dale for being such a good designer--and good guy.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright November 26, 2022 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Blue and White Foo Dogs

The Needlepoint Clubhouse in the St. Louis area (actually located in Kirkwood, MO) sells what they call their Guardian Roe canvases as a fund raiser for their local Habitat for Humanity-St. Charles.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CNfN4tUrHuY/

The female should be on the left as you face the pair.  You can identify the sex of the foo dog by whether it has a ball (male) under its foot or a puppy (female).

https://www.instagram.com/p/CW6fYNdr2Qf/

This is the story behind the Guardian Roe foo dogs, which I've copied for those without Instagram accounts below:

https://www.instagram.com/p/B6cEoFcH9cd/

"Last week, after a short illness, we lost a woman I was connected to by needlepoint. She was sophisticated and strong, fun and gracious. She was one of my earliest cheerleaders and the first to make me feel I had the skills to teach and advise in this business. Roe Ann had a keen sense of self and style and they were both admirable. One day she picked up this canvas (outlined in blue) and said, “I’m going to do her in pink.” She sent me this progress pic. Immediately I noticed the eye in the wrong spot. Knowing the worldly and smart Roe Ann, I second guessed myself. When she brought it back finished, she had moved the eye—we shared a laugh. In Chinese Buddhism culture, Foo Dogs, aka Guardian Lions, are displayed in pairs. The female is said to protect the people inside the home; the male protects its structure. We will be kitting our second #canvasforacause “Guardian Roe” in honor of our pal. I can’t imagine a better person to watch over any household. Proceeds will be donated to her favorite charity, Habitat for Humanity-St. Charles. 4”x4” on 18 mesh, kitted in silk $75. Please contact us at the shop if you’re interested."

It's a worthy cause, so here is the shop website for those who wish to stitch one.

https://www.needlepointclubhouse.com/collections/stitch-for-a-cause

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright January 10, 2022 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved

Hearts for Hospice UPDATED

My Hearts for Hospice Pieces

I've finished my third heart for the Hearts for Hospice program, which is run by the Greater Kansas City chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild.  You can see them above before I wrapped each in tissue paper and put the packets into a sealable plastic bag before putting them in an envelope and taking them to the post office.
https://www.greaterkcneedlepointguild.com/hearts-for-hospice

I'll be mailing them to Sue who collects the hearts and sends them for finishing next week.  I enjoyed doing these and I hope they bring some solace to those with family and friends who are gravely ill.

You can see more about the project here.  It's a great way to share our love of stitching with others and use up that stash we all have.
https://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com/2018/08/hearts-for-hospice.html

UPDATE:  The National Academy of Needle Artists (NAN) has added free Hearts for Hospice charts to their website.

https://needleart.org/publications/free-patterns/?fbclid=IwAR318-cVylTtXvZgfA-3yBpzAKdNAkWqVbTvalQmlE3uoSP-_lHoyVltnoA

Needlepoint.com is also supporting this program through their shops in Charleston and Raleigh.

https://needlepoint.com/blogs/needlepoint-know-how/hearts-for-hospice-needlepoint-com-charleston

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright August 9, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Tricia Heaton Designs Stitching for a Cause

Horse Country Chic has a sweet story about the donations Tricia Heaton Designs is making towards an equestrian school to help the students come back after the corona virus ends.
http://horsecountrychic.blogspot.com/2020/05/needlepoint-for-cause.html

If you like classic designs, here is the Tricia Heaton website.  Have fun browsing all the wonderful things you can buy straight from the artist and her friends.
https://www.triciaheatondesigns.com/chicneedlepoint

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright May 5, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Queen Mary's Carpet

Queen Mary's carpet has been the subject of discussion on Needlepoint Nation recently, so I did a little searching to find this information about Queen Mary herself and her famous needlepoint rug.  Queen Mary is the grandmother of the current Queen Elizabeth II.  The rug itself was sold to raise money to pay off Britain's national debt after World War II.  It is currently in Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau but I can't find it on their website.  (Thanks for that, Christine!)

Ann Bernard's blog has a great factual article about the rug itself.
https://annbernard.com/embroideries-that-record-historyqueen-marys-carpet/?fbclid=IwAR3pk6rWxahuj9FzJpwiePmN8dwO9oz0-Vnlz7U1TS5ODKk7Th3g1HLETTg

This news reel footage shows off the rug nicely.  It took eight years and was started during World War II.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZL8ICT-V2E&fbclid=IwAR1OAIXH4LIkmN5VPf96jP9A9hYZiDXCA0JNNv1mpnGlyKQyXEKmR7FsRp4

More news reel footage.
https://www.britishpathe.com/video/queen-mary-makes-a-carpet-for-dollars

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 21, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Hearts for Hospice Pattern Downloads UPDATED

If you have seen the hearts folks are stitching to give to hospice programs and wanted to participate but didn't know where to begin, Lorraine of Colour Complements has a great article summarizing how it all works. She also has a heart pattern to download with the outline and stitch instructions and information about where you can send your heart once it is complete.
https://colourcomplements.com/2019/11/hearts-for-hospice-needlepoint-colour-complements-embroidery-threads.html

UPDATE:  Here is another design to download for your hospice hearts stitching.
https://colourcomplements.com/2019/12/hospice-hearts-hand-dyed-threads-colour-complements.html

One more design, this time available in Needlepoint Now magazine.
https://colourcomplements.com/2020/01/hearts-for-hospice-embroidery-colour-complements.html

Melita has lots and lots of resources.
https://melitastitches4fun.wordpress.com/2020/03/20/hearts-galore/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright November 4, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Thorn Alexander Raises Money for African Children

"A Kit for Kenya" is coming in May from Thorn Alexander. It's a fund raiser for The Leo Project, and for Flying Kites,  both of which raise money for African children,
https://www.facebook.com/1602091103365745/photos/a.1626687557572766/2291190424455806/?type=3&theater

https://thornalexander.com/collections/just-kitting/products/a-kit-for-kenya-the-leo-project-pre-order?fbclid=IwAR1u-HE_heEuqaZzSpKPwJwka2ZRdXWe-4L8t2WU7RPlHlg_odCaU0BxxR0

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright March 2, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Grand River Valley Chapter of ANG's Charity Stash Sale

ANG's Grand River Valley Chapter is selling the stash of a deceased member to benefit the Michigan Ovarian Alliance.  You can see the items for sale on the chapter's Facebook page.  Use Facebook's Messenger service to inquire about price and availability.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/223450981175798/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright November 24, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Stitch with JoAnn for Charity

Friends of the late JoAnn are selling her stash for charity, and I know you want to support their efforts to raise money to help the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Stitch-with-JoAnn-502075296931361/posts/?ref=page_internal

JoAnn had an amazing stash, all of which needs good homes.  If you have a Facebook account, head to the above link and start browsing.  This is what the administrators of the FB page and sale have to say:

Welcome to JoAnn's Stash Reload, where you can purchase new (as in never been stitched) hand-painted needlepoint or charted canvas projects. New items will be posted weekly, or whenever the number dips below 12. These items come from a household that once had a smoker and a cat (though they have been aired out). To purchase comment, "Me please," and send your email and zip code via Facebook message. Shipping is included in the listed price. Payments are via PayPal; a PayPal invoice will be sent to the email provided. Shipment on receipt of payment. Check out our story on the About page.

I know the folks who are running this stash sale and it's legit.  They have over $1000 raised already.  So take a look and bring home a bargain.  Also keep an eye on the Facebook page, as new items are posted weekly.  Let's raise money for other breast cancer sufferers and give JoAnn's stash new homes!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright November 7, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.